After sunset on the evening before Easter, on Holy Saturday 8 April, a group of people affirmed their faith and trust in Jesus during a confirmation service at Gloucester Cathedral.
Two people from the Ewelme Benefice who were being confirmed on Easter Eve share their testimonies.
Sandra: “I was baptised as a baby on 29 April 1962 where my journey of faith began. I grew up in a loving, secure family with my parents and younger brother. I am blessed with three grown up children and seven wonderful grandchildren. Throughout the years, I have endured many challenges, both good and bad yet, each time, I know that God has been by my side and helping me. I am so grateful for his guidance and the happiness and blessings he shows me.
“My confirmation will enhance my journey of faith, allowing it to grow and reaffirm God’s presence in my life.”
“I have wanted to be confirmed for many years and despite always feeling God’s presence, I never found the right time to complete my desire. Two years ago, I lost my lovely mum and, having lost both parents now, I feel closer to God than ever. I know he keeps me strong, knows my tears and brings me happiness.
“I believe I’ve lived my life in a Christian way, always being kind and non-judgemental. My confirmation will enhance my journey of faith, allowing it to grow and reaffirm God’s presence in my life. I loved every minute and it was so very special. I’m still on a high from it! A very special Easter. ”
You can listen to Sandra’s story on BBC Radio Glos at 1 hour and 40 minutes into the show –>
Lydia (age 13): “I have been attending St Giles’ Church in Uley since I was born. I was baptised when I was six months old on the 66th anniversary of D-Day. I was confirmed because I believe in Jesus and want to continue my Christian journey.
“I think that Christian values are really important, and I think it is especially important to try and be generous, forgiving, loving, compassionate and respectful and I try to follow these values in my day-to-day life. I really like being part of the church community in Uley and I think that being confirmed will help me to feel as though I belong to and am a member of the wider church community as well as the Uley community.”
If you feel that you would like to be confirmed, please speak to your local parish priest in the first instance about preparation.
You can also find out more about being confirmed with the Church of England here: Confirmation | The Church of England
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